Author : Stan Gibilisco
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 462 pages
File Size : 26,31 MB
Release : 2004-06-25
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 0071471065
Say goodbye to dry presentations, gruelling formulas, and abstract theories that would put Einstein to sleep, now there's an easier way to master the disciplines you really need to know Everyday Math Demystified has everything you need to know about essential mathematics, including arithmetic, ratios, and proportions, working with money, the International System of Units, perimeter and area, graphs, stock returns, square roots, rates of change, and much more.
Author : Stan Gibilisco
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 468 pages
File Size : 38,92 MB
Release : 2004
Category : Graphic methods
ISBN : 9780071431194
Presents strategies for correctly solving math word problems along with practice problems and quizzes.
Author : Stan Gibilisco
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 286 pages
File Size : 15,42 MB
Release : 2012-07-24
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 0071790136
Solve your math troubles with DeMYSTiFieD If you cannot tell the difference between your Roman and Arabic numerals, or if when someone asks 'what is pi' you say "delicious," you need Everyday Math DeMYSTiFieD, Second Edition, to unravel these fundamental concepts and theories at your own pace. This practical guide eases you into basic math, starting with counting and simple operations. As you progress, you will master essential concepts such as division, converting decimals into fractions, determining volume, and more. You will learn to measure capital gains and losses as well as apply percentages in the real world. Detailed examples make it easy to understand the material, and end-of- chapter quizzes and a final exam help reinforce key ideas. It's a no-brainer! You'll learn about: Decimals Proportions Prime numbers Surface area Powers of 10 Graphs English vs. metric units Simple enough for a beginner but challenging enough for an advanced student, Everyday Math DeMYSTiFieD, Second Edition, helps you master this essential subject.
Author : Stan Gibilisco
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Professional
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 19,8 MB
Release : 2004-05-24
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 9780071431194
A comprehensive overview of everyday mathematics, including terminology, numbers, measurements, fractions, graphs, and more. Includes exam questions with answers.
Author : Steven P. Mooney
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Education
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 12,80 MB
Release : 2007-06-07
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780071481380
Real estate math ESSENTIALS that really ADD up! Interested in becoming a real estate agent but you're not a math whiz? Are you a real estate investor looking for investment analysis techniques? No problem! Understand and handle real estate transactions and analysis with confidence using this well-organized guide. Real Estate Math Demystified will provide you with the knowledge to analyze real estate from a variety of perspectives, including that of the buyer, seller, lender, and appraiser. You'll start with an overview of basic math principles to refresh your memory and improve your overall math proficiency. More challenging material will help you obtain your broker's license and prepare for actual real estate practice and investment. Other topics covered include commissions, mortgages, calculations, appreciation and depreciation, property taxes, appraisal methods, and much more. This fast and easy guide offers: An explanation of the importance and use of Time Value of Money Exercises for calculating mortgage payments Various methods for appraising property Breakdowns of closing statements from purchase/sale transactions Discussions of various lease scenarios and rent types Real estate investment and cash flow analysis Drawings and tables to enhance understanding of required real estate math calculations Simple enough for a beginner, but challenging enough for a more advanced student, this book is your shortcut to success in the lucrative field of real estate.
Author : Patrick LaBelle
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 496 pages
File Size : 24,9 MB
Release : 2010-01-05
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0071636420
Unravel the mystery of SUPERSYMMETRY Trying to comprehend supersymmetry but feeling a bit off balance? Grab hold of this straightforward guide and learn the fundamental concepts behind this revolutionary principle. Covers supercharges, SUPERFIELDS, superspace, SUSY breaking, the minimal supersymmetric standard model, and more LOADED with DETAILED examples, ILLUSTRATIONS, and explanations Perfect for SELF-STUDY or as a classroom SUPPLEMENT COMPLETE with end-of-chapter QUIZZES and a FINAL EXAM Written in an easy-to-follow format, Supersymmetry Demystified explains Weyl, Majorana, and Dirac spinors, notations, and supersymmetric lagrangians. Supersymmetric charges and their algebra are discussed, as are interactions and gauge theories. The book also covers superspace formalism, superfields, supersymmetry breaking, and much more. Detailed examples, clear illustrations, and concise explanations make it easy to understand the material, and end-of-chapter quizzes and a final exam help reinforce learning. It's a no-brainer! You'll get: An explanation of the Wess-Zumino model Tips on how to build supersymmetric lagrangians Coverage of superspace and superfields A detailed presentation of the minimal supersymmetric standard model (MSSM) and some of its phenomenological implications. Simple enough for a beginner, but challenging enough for an advanced student, Supersymmetry Demystified is your key to understanding this fascinating particle physics subject.
Author : David McMahon
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 359 pages
File Size : 15,4 MB
Release : 2005-12-23
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0071486739
In Relativity Demystified a physicist explains Einstein's theory of relativity in layman's terms, minus heavy-duty discussion or formal mathematics. Author David McMahon gradually builds up readers' practical skills to a point where they can eventually solve real problems in the field of general relativity. The book offers examples that vary in complexity from textbook-like problems to real-world situations from actual current research. Relativity Demystified also focused on quick definitions and demonstrations of procedures needed to solve problems.
Author : Lars Kroijer
Publisher : Pearson UK
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 22,12 MB
Release : 2013-09-06
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0273781529
Don’t spend your time worrying whether you can beat the markets: you don’t need to beat them to be a successful investor. By showing you how to build a simple and rational portfolio and tailor it to your specific needs, Investing Demystified will help you generate superior returns. With his straightforward and jargon-free advice, Lars Kroijer simplies the often complex world of finance and tells you everything you need to know – and everything that you don’t need to worry about – in order to make the most from your investments. In Investing Demystified you will: • Discover the mix of stocks, bonds and cash needed for a top performing portfolio • Learn why the most broadly diversi_ ed and simplest portfolio makes the most sense • Understand the right level of risk for you and how this affects your investments • Find out why a low cost approach will yield bene_ ts whilst leaving you with a higher quality portfolio • Understand the implications of tax and liquidity
Author : Jim Hoste
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 406 pages
File Size : 47,80 MB
Release : 2008-12-01
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 0071591451
Need to learn MATHEMATICA? Problem SOLVED! Take full advantage of all the powerful capabilities of Mathematica with help from this hands-on guide. Filled with examples and step-by-step explanations, Mathematica Demystified takes you from your very first calculation all the way to plotting complex fractals. Using an intuitive format, this book explains the fundamentals of Mathematica up front. Learn how to define functions, create 2-D graphs of functions, write basic programs, and use modules. You'll move on to 3-D graphics, calculus, polynomial, linear, and differential equations, dynamical systems, and fractals. Hundreds of examples with concise explanations make it easy to understand the material, and end-of-chapter quizzes and a final exam help reinforce learning. This self-teaching guide offers: A quick way to get up and running on Mathematica Coverage of Mathematica 6 and 7 Tips for avoiding and correcting syntax errors Details on creating slideshow presentations of your work No unnecessary technical jargon A time-saving approach to performing better on an exam or at work! Simple enough for a beginner, but challenging enough for an advanced user, Mathematica Demystified is your shortcut to mastering this fully integrated technical computing software.
Author : Steven G. Krantz
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 50,27 MB
Release : 2010-12-06
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 0071743642
Calculate this: learning CALCULUS just got a whole lot easier! Stumped trying to understand calculus? Calculus Demystified, Second Edition, will help you master this essential mathematical subject. Written in a step-by-step format, this practical guide begins by covering the basics--number systems, coordinates, sets, and functions. You'll move on to limits, derivatives, integrals, and indeterminate forms. Transcendental functions, methods of integration, and applications of the integral are also covered. Clear examples, concise explanations, and worked problems make it easy to understand the material, and end-of-chapter quizzes and a final exam help reinforce key concepts. It's a no-brainer! You'll get: Applications of the derivative and the integral Rules of integration Coverage of improper integrals An explanation of calculus with logarithmic and exponential functions Details on calculation of work, averages, arc length, and surface area Simple enough for a beginner, but challenging enough for an advanced student, Calculus Demystified, Second Edition, is one book you won't want to function without!
